Paper Wishes

What is the significance of the paper crane in Paper Wishes?

• It is a symbol of Manami’s grief.

• It represents Manami’s hope for a better future.

• It is a gift from her best friend.

• It is a traditional Japanese decoration.

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What role does memory play in Paper Wishes? How does Manami use her memories to cope with her present situation in the camp?

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Which event causes Manami to feel a deep sense of loss and grief in the story?

• Moving to the internment camp.

• Leaving her home and friends behind.

• The death of her dog, Yuto.

• The separation from her father.

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How does Manami’s understanding of her identity change throughout the story?

• She becomes more independent and brave.

• She embraces her Japanese heritage and learns to be proud of it.

• She forgets her past and focuses on the future.

• She struggles to connect with others but eventually finds peace.

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What is the significance of Manami’s dog, Yuto, in the story?

• Yuto represents Manami’s attachment to the past and her family’s love.

• Yuto is a symbol of Manami’s courage and strength.

• Yuto is the one who helps Manami escape the camp.

• Yuto teaches Manami how to survive in the camp.

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What is the historical event that sets the context for Paper Wishes?

• The attack on Pearl Harbor.

• The Japanese American internment during World War II.

• The bombing of Hiroshima.

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles.

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What is the main theme of Paper Wishes?

• Hope and resilience

• Betrayal and revenge

• Love and friendship

• War and peace

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Which literary device is predominantly used in Paper Wishes to convey Manami’s emotions?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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How does the author use imagery in Paper Wishes?

• To create a vivid picture of the internment camp

• To describe the beauty of nature

• To illustrate the chaos of war

• To depict the bustling city life

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What is the significance of the title 'Paper Wishes'?

• It symbolizes Manami’s dreams and hopes.

• It refers to a letter Manami writes.

• It is the name of Manami’s favorite book.

• It is a traditional Japanese festival.

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